Kita-mido (Hongwanji Tsumura Betsuin)

Officially named Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha Hongwanji Tsumura Betsuin, this temple is known as Kita-mido (“North Hall”). It stands right by Exit 2 of Hommachi Station on the Midosuji Line. A short walk south is Minami-mido, and together these two halls gave Midosuji Avenue its name.

History & legend

• Fact

  The avenue Midosuji is named after Kita-mido and Minami-mido.

Local tips

• This is an active temple. Visit quietly so as not to disturb services.